Disorderly conduct in Bellevue

In Washington State a misdemeanor Disorderly conduct offense can have a maximum sentence of 90 days in jail and a $1,000 fine. If you are convicted of a misdemeanor you could be facing jail time and trouble securing employment in the future.

Often times Disorderly conduct charges are prosecuted in city courts with differing procedures and penalties. Although a Disorderly conduct charge may sound relatively harmless, it can have a long-lasting impact on your ability to obtain housing and find employment. If convicted many employers will simply pass over your application for years to come. With a criminal record most employers will not ask for an explanation, but simply reject your application. Additionally, government employment and military service may be impossible.

For many people charged with Disorderly conduct this is the first time they have been on the wrong side of the law. Additionally, many of these charges are domestic disputes and simply a misunderstanding.